Many lower back injuries are exacerbated or even caused by compression to the lumbar spine. Compression in the spine can lead to joint dysfunction, disc narrowing, and chronic muscle/ligament shortening. Prolonged sitting, running, jumping are a few examples of compression forces that can irritate the lower back when injured. Performing the opposite, a low back decompression stretch, can help ease pressure off the joints and discs, while stretching the muscles.
Lumbar spine decompression, or another term traction, is a helpful technique to help lower back injuries heal. Many people think of inversion tables when they think of spine traction. Inversion tables are great, but they can take up a lot of room, and they are expensive. The technique above is a low cost solution that can provide similar effects to those expensive tables. It takes practice to get the positioning correct but once you do, it can be a very effective decompression stretch.
This low back decompression stretch should be pain free and should feel good afterwards. If you notice more pain, then stop and wait to perform until you can discuss it with your chiropractor.
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